Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- Disconnect the shift cables from the transaxle assembly. Refer to SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT .
- Disconnect the backup lamp switch connector from the switch.
- Remove the backup lamp switch from the transaxle.
- Remove the 3 bolts and the shift control support bracket from the transaxle.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the control shift lever from the transaxle
Important: When removing the shift control lever notice that there is a shift control lever bushing and that it must be replaced in its original position, or incorrect shifting may occur.
- Remove the shift control lever bushing from the transaxle.
- Remove the lock ball assembly from the transaxle.
- Remove the 4 gear case lever bolts.
- Remove the gear case lever assembly from the transaxle.
- Remove the gasket.